Blended Scotch Whisky 'Original Legend' 25 Years Old (700 ml. gift box) Chivas Regal

THE WHISKEY

The25 Year Old Original Legend Blended Scotch WhiskyOfChivas RegalIt is a refined distillate obtained from a selection of fine Scottish whiskies that age for at least 25 years in high-quality oak casks, created to satisfy the sophisticated taste of New York's high society, which has quickly gained international resonance. In appearance, it is an intense golden yellow, showcasing a bouquet composed of hazelnut and berry notes, combined with hints of licorice, raspberry, and sweet oats. On the palate, it is inviting, smooth, and juicy, with elegant aromas of butter, anise, and pastry cream. It is ideal to savor alone as a meditation whisky.

CHIVAS CONQUERS NEW YORK

In 1909, Master Blenders Charles Howard and Alexander Smith created a 25-year-old aged blend which would become the world's first luxury whisky. Pioneering and with a smooth and generous taste, this blend honored the legacy of the Chivas brothers. Chivas Regal It thus made its way onto the world stage, and in passing, it conquered New York.

THE DISTILLERY

Founded in 1786, Strathisla is the oldest distillery in the Scottish Highlands still in operation and undoubtedly the most beautiful. The single malt produced at this distillery, located in the Speyside region of Scotland, is the heart of all blends. Chivas Regal. Often described as the most picturesque distillery in Scotland, Strathisla is proof that beauty does not mean superficiality. Under its iconic twin pagodas, the copper stills have a unique shape that determines the distinctive character of every single drop of Strathisla whisky, a spirit with a rich, full, and fruity taste. The importance of the stills in maintaining an absolute continuity in flavor is such that, if they ever need to be replaced in the future, any replacement should always be an exact replica of the original, with its dents, bends, and so on. It is this almost obsessive attention to detail that allows the heart of the Chivas blend to be preserved for future generations.

THE COMPANY

Chivas Brothers is one of the most historical and important names in Scotch Whisky, indissolubly linked to the prestigious range of Whisky. Chivas Regal, became a legend. Its history dates back to 1801, when brothers James and John Chivas opened a prestigious grocery and liquor store in Aberdeen, which later became the official supplier to Queen Victoria during her visits to Scotland, obtaining a royal warrant. Meanwhile, in the cellar of the emporium, the two brothers had begun to age some whisky in barrels and, to meet customer demands, to blend different ages to create a rich and smooth taste, becoming pioneers of the art of blending. In 1850, the first blended product was named Royal. Glen Dee, followed in 1860 by the Royal Strathythan. In honor of the two brothers, in 1909 the Chivas Regal 25 Years, the world's first luxury whisky, and in 1938 the Chivas Regal 12 years, which achieved success in the United States.

Since 1949, the Chivas Brothers company has owned the Strathisla distillery, which today holds the record for being the oldest distillery in the Highlands still in operation, having been founded in 1786. Strathisla is also one of the most beautiful and picturesque, consisting of two historic buildings with pagoda roofs. Inside, there are four large copper stills used to produce the Single Malt that forms the basis of all Chivas Whisky expressions. Due to the small size of the distillery, only a small portion of barrels matures on-site, while others are shipped and blended at different locations. Since 1989, Colin Scott, son and grandson of other important blenders, has been the Master Distiller of... Chivas Regal, capable of combining the finest spirits to create blended drinks of great excellence.

Today, Chivas Brothers is one of the leading companies in the Pernod Ricard group, whose brand is known worldwide and is a market leader in Europe and East Asia. The secret to this success is due to a distinctive style characterized by smoothness and balance, achieved thanks to the quality of the raw materials, the sweet Single Malt from the Strathisla distillery, and the expertise of Master Blender Colin Scott. Thanks to all these elements, the legend of the Blended... Chivas Regal continues even today with great results.